More about Tanzania’s rabies control programme has been officially endorsed by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH)
Tanzania’s rabies control programme has been officially endorsed by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH)
Tanzania Achieves International Recognition for Rabies Control Programme, a historic milestone in Disease Elimination
In a significant milestone for public and animal health, Tanzania’s rabies control programme has been officially endorsed by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH). This endorsement was announced during the WOAH General Assembly held from May 25th to 29th, 2025. Tanzania’s endorsement was marked by a formal handover of the certificate to the Tanzanian Ambassador to France, Hon. Ally Jabir Mwadini on behalf of the government of Tanzania joined by a delegation from Tanzania led by the Director of Veterinary Services, Tanzania’s WOAH delegate, private sector representatives and a representative from the Ifakara Health Institute, who have been instrumental in supporting the government’s rabies elimination efforts.
This endorsement represents a critical turning point in Tanzania’s journey towards eliminating rabies and is a testament to the country’s commitment to the "Zero by 30" global
